EFCC vows to break Nigeria’s ‘corruption siege’

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has pledged to dismantle what it called the “corruption siege” in Nigeria, stressing that integrity and accountability will remain the guiding principles for its officers.

The EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, gave the charge on Friday at the Passing Out Parade (PoP) of 404 cadets at the Nigeria Police Mobile Force Training College, Ende Hills, Akwanga.

The graduating officers comprised 294 Detective Superintendent Cadets and 110 Detective Inspector Cadets.

Olukoyede warned that any officer who betrays the Commission’s values would face stiff sanctions.

He emphasised that the EFCC’s heavy investment in training was designed to uphold a culture of exemplary law enforcement in line with global best practices.

“The Commission has shown that it is capable of tackling any economic and financial crime,” Olukoyede said.

“This is due to the development of effective manpower that can withstand the rigours of investigations and prosecutions.

“We are eager to break the siege of graft in our land, and through collective determination, we will surely succeed.”

The event was attended by Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule, who served as the Reviewing Officer.

“He called for the establishment of special courts dedicated to corruption cases to fast-track trials and avoid delays in the justice system.”

Congratulating the cadets, Governor Sule commended their resilience and performance during the parade.

“After witnessing what you have demonstrated today, we believe that the future of Nigeria is very bright,” he said.